Light and low carb caprese salad
Savor the simplicity and freshness of our low carb Caprese Salad! Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy low-moisture mozzarella, a drizzle of rich olive oil, and fragrant basil, this dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for a light, keto-friendly meal or side.
- 13 Apr 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 1 Servings
- 4 Ingredients
Welcome to a recipe for a light and low-carb Caprese salad. This simple yet delicious dish combines the classic flavors of cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil, all brought together with a touch of olive oil. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, this Caprese salad is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes using a sharp knife. Set aside in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
- If not pre-sliced, cut the mozzarella cheese into bite-sized pieces. Add to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes.
- Wash the fresh basil leaves, pat them dry with a clean towel, and then thinly slice or tear them into small pieces. Set aside.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella in the mixing bowl.
- Add the sliced or torn fresh basil to the bowl.
- Gently toss the salad to combine all of the ingredients, ensuring the olive oil coats everything evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste if desired.
- Transfer the Caprese salad to a serving plate or bowl.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors, or refrigerate for a short time if you prefer it chilled.
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes: Better quality produce will significantly enhance the overall flavor of your salad.
- Choose low moisture mozzarella cheese: This type of mozzarella will provide a great texture without making the salad too watery.
- Fresh basil is a must: Dried basil won't bring the same depth of flavor and aroma to the dish.
- Adjust seasoning to taste: Feel free to sprinkle a bit of salt and pepper to enhance the flavors of the ingredients.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy the salad soon after preparation to experience the freshness of the ingredients at their peak.
And there you have it – a delightful low-carb Caprese salad that’s both satisfying and easy to make. Enjoy this dish as a refreshing side or a light main course. Remember, simplicity is the key to bringing out the best in each ingredient!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 170 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 210kcal | 11% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 16g | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 6g | 2% |
| Fiber 1.06g | 3% |
| Sugar 3.44g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 27g | 32% |
| Saturated 10g | 32% |
| Cholesterol 44mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 180ug | 20% |
| Choline 15mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.26mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 0.60mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.13mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B9 33ug | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 1.09ug | 45% |
| Vitamin C 12mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E 0.82mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K 18ug | 15% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 470mg | 36% |
| Copper, Cu 0.08mg | 9% |
| Iron, Fe 0.45mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 30mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus, P 370mg | 30% |
| Potassium, K 290mg | 8% |
| Selenium, Se 18ug | 32% |
| Sodium, Na 470mg | 31% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.56mg | 23% |
| Water | |
| Water 110g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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